Chicken Milanese

One of my favourite 'at the last minute' recipes.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  boneless skinless chicken breast halves
• 3⁄4 cup  grated parmesan cheese, plus
• 2  tablespoons  grated parmesan cheese
• 3⁄4 cup  fresh white breadcrumbs
• 1  tablespoon  minced parsley
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
• 1  egg
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 2  cups olive oil
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 2  tablespoons lemon juice
• 1  lemon, quartered

Directions

1. Flatten breasts between sheets of wax paper using rolling pin.
2. Mix cheese, crumbs, parsley and salt and pepper in large bowl.
3. Whisk egg with milk in medium bowl.
4. Dip chicken into egg, then into crumb mixture, coating completely, and pressing to adhere.
5. Shake off excess.
6. Heat oil in heavy, large skillet.
7. Add chicken and cook until golden-brown, about 4 minutes per side.
8. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
9. Transfer chicken to platter.
10. Melt the butter and whisk in the lemon juice to serve as a sauce. Garnish with extra lemon wedges.